Interior Health has released details of two more specific locations in Kelowna where people may have been exposed to COVID-19.
Anyone who has visited the following sites on these dates is encouraged to self-monitor in case symptoms of the disease develop:
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Cactus Club, 1-1370 Water St: July 3-6.
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Pace Spin Studio, 5-1717 Harvey Ave: July 2-9
The warning is based on tests conducted by people gathered at various locations across the city between June 25 and July 6.
On Saturday, health officials warned people to self-isolate if they were in the following locations on these dates:
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Discovery Bay Resort, 1088 Sunset Dr: July 1-5
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Boyce Gyro Beach Lodge, 3519 Lakeshore Rd: July 1st
Interior Health (IH) stated that the contact tracing is ongoing and, where possible, people will be contacted directly if they have been exposed to the virus.
“Anyone who has attended events in downtown Kelowna and by the waterfront between June 25 and July 6 should closely monitor symptoms of COVID-19 and have them tested to see if they develop symptoms,” IH explained.
IH said eight tests positive for the virus were linked to visits to downtown Kelowna and the city’s coast between June 25 and July 9.
Those looking for a test should call their family doctor (GP or nurse) or the nearest Interior Health Community testing and assessment center.
Tests are recommended for all people who experience symptoms of COVID-19, including:
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fever
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to cough
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Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
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Loss of taste or smell
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Other milder symptoms may include: runny nose, tiredness, body aches and pains (muscle and joint pain), diarrhea, headache, sore throat, vomiting, and red eyes.
IH also reminded residents of the importance of following precautions for COVID-19:
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Stay home and avoid traveling if you have symptoms, even mild ones
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Maintain physical distance (two meters apart) and use masks when distance is not possible
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Wash your hands regularly and do not touch your face
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Do not schedule or attend meetings of more than 50 people. Whenever possible, limit gatherings to outside areas
Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the IH public website here: news.interiorhealth.ca/news/frequently-asked-questions
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